Material Handler I

About the Role

With minimum supervision, performs loading and unloading of trucks, pulling orders for shipment, and replenishment of stock while maintaining the warehouse in a clean and safe operating environment. Primary responsibilities include safely and accurately handling, storing, and distributing various materials to support production and operational needs. Additional responsibilities include maintaining inventory accuracy, ensuring timely delivery of materials to designated areas, and contributing to a seamless supply chain and shipping process.

Responsibilities

• Shipping Department
  • Pulls orders for daily shipments.
  • Verifies ordered items against pick lists to ensure proper items are pulled for shipment.
  • Evaluates quality of product: cosmetics, cleanliness, condition of paint.
  • Prepares items for shipment to protect against damage and loss.
  • Attaches correct paperwork to each order and prepares for daily shipments.
  • Loads trucks.
  • Notifies shipping office of any discrepancies to inventory.
  • Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly warehouse.
  • Breaks down and incorporates inbound freight into the inventory—single location for each item.
  • Follows all safety rules and regulations.
• Production Planning Department
  • Picks inventory items against a pick list to ensure proper items are pulled for work orders or shipments.
  • Performs inventory transactions to receive, transfer, or issue material.
  • Works with production planning, production, quality, warehouse, and shipping associates in a professional manner to ensure all work is completed.
  • Verifies all paperwork is completed in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Investigates inventory discrepancies and reports to the appropriate responsible person for correction.
  • Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work environment.
  • Evaluates quality of product: cosmetics, cleanliness, condition of paint.
  • Follows all safety rules and regulations.
  • Complies with Quality Management System requirements.
  • Completes other tasks as directed by Team Lead or Supervisor.
• Additional Responsibilities
  • Assists receiving department in the unloading of inbound freight.
  • Maintains all aspects of workplace organization.
  • Performs inventory-related tasks as directed; cycle counts or investigations.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with the requirements of the company’s ISO 9001 Quality Management System (when required).
• Supervisory Responsibilities

  This position supervises employees within the department/division.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent, plus related experience as a Material Handler or Warehouse Personnel.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Ability to meet deadlines; to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to understand and follow posted work rules and procedures.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, solve problems, and complete tasks independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with supervisors, members of management, vendors, and other employees.
• Ability to drive a forklift.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, climb, bend, and kneel on a regular basis.
• Regular manual dexterity/coordination: hand/eye movements, motor control.
• Regular visual effort: concentrated reading of documentation or close viewing of computer displays.
• Work in a factory environment with exposure to noise, chemicals, heavy equipment, and machinery.
• Able to push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs. on an occasional basis.

Potential Hazards:

• Exposure to hazardous substances including a variety of petroleum-based products, cleaning solvents, etc., on a regular basis.
• Exposure to sharp (cutting) tools on a regular basis.

Skills

• Time Management – Effective time management skills to independently complete tasks with minimal disruption.
• Organization – Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and maintain a smooth workflow.
• Teamwork – Ability to work closely with a variety of employees while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Problem Solving – Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Communication – Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; ability to ask detailed questions to comprehend requests.
• Safety and Security – Follow safety policies/plans created by the company; utilize tools and equipment in a safe and proper manner.
• Critical Thinking – Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Active Listening – Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Reading Comprehension – Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.